Measuring Leadership Potential

Human capacity continues to grow throughout a person’s lifetime. In the absence of unpredictable external forces (illness, divorce, disability, etc.), you can expect a person’s capacity to grow on a steady trajectory. This same trajectory applies to a person’s capacity for growth within an organization.

While we all continue to grow, however, we don’t all grow at the same rate. Depending on their trajectories, two people who perform at a similar level today will not necessarily perform equally well in the future.

But what if you could measure the granular differences early? You could prioritize your development spending, focusing on the leaders with the most potential for growth. This is exactly the capability you get with BHI’s High Definition 360.

In addition to assessing current performance and leadership ability, the HD 360 spotlights predictive indicators of future success—by measuring a leader’s Capacity and Character.

“Capacity” refers to a person’s intellectual horsepower: What is the level of complexity this person can manage? Specifically, we evaluate:

• Expansive Thinking: The ability to see issues, patterns and opportunities
• Critical Reasoning: A tendency to make well-thought-out decisions and conclusions
• Learning Agility: The capacity to learn and adapt quickly

“Character” involves a person’s psychological strength: Will he or she be stable and conscientious? Traits we measure include:

• Confidence: The person is self-assured and coachable
• Personal Accountability: The person assumes responsibility for achieving results and completing high-quality work
• Stress Tolerance & Resilience: The person effectively manages stress and leads through challenges
• Trustworthiness: The person consistently models ethical behavior and sets clear standards for others

Additional Resources

• High Definition 360° Sample Report »

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